2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Acadia | Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |